Research Studies
There are many different types of research you can take part in. See all studies currently recruiting below.
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Developing an objective measure of tinnitus
Are you 18-35 years old and experiencing persistent tinnitus? Whether your hearing is normal or you struggle in noisy settings, your involvement could help researchers advance a new machine learning tool to better identify tinnitus.
Participation only requires a couple of hours, and you’ll be paid for your contribution.
CASCADE-OA Study: Community-based physical activity and self-management of osteoarthritis
Do you have hip or knee osteoarthritis? The University of Sydney is testing a self‑guided 12‑week walking program to see if it can help people with osteoarthritis be more active and improve their quality of life. Participants wear a Fitbit during the study (which they can keep after the 12 months) and complete short online surveys throughout the year.
Listening and Hearing Following Stroke
[This study has CLOSED] Researchers from Macquarie University want to understand how listening and hearing changes after a stroke, and how this affects everyday life. You’ll be asked to complete a simple 15–25 minute online survey about your experiences. Your answers will help improve support, communication tools, and rehabilitation services for people after stroke. You’ll receive a $25 e gift card for taking part.
Enhancing nutrition for cancer survivors
Nutrition is an important part of the cancer journey, but finding reliable information can be hard. Share what matters most to you in a 20‑minute anonymous online survey and help shape better nutrition resources for people living with and beyond cancer. Complete the survey to enter the draw for one of ten $100 e‑gift cards.
Improving mental health among Australian adults with diabetes: The MIND-MAP study
Living with diabetes can affect more than physical health. Share your experiences about diabetes and your emotional wellbeing by completing 4 short online surveys over three years and help improve mental health support for the diabetes community. Complete all surveys and enter the draw to win one of twenty $100 e‑gift cards.
MQ Heat Trial
This study looks at how text messages can help older people stay safe during very hot weather. If you choose to join, you will receive a small number of text messages and complete short online surveys.
Chronic Illness in Older Adults
Are you 60+ and living with a chronic illness/condition? Take part in this online survey about health and social isolation and loneliness. It takes about 30-45 minutes, and you can do it at home on your computer, tablet, or phone.
CARE-T2D Study
Are you living with type 2 diabetes and want help with your blood sugar (glucose) management?
AI Health Companion Study
[This study has CLOSED] Researchers at Macquarie University are testing a new AI health companion that turns confusing medical letters and health records into simple conversations. Like a friendly guide, it can answer questions about health conditions, treatments, and care instructions in plain language. Participate in an online survey and help design technology that could make healthcare easier to understand for everyone.
Food Insecurity for Women in the Pre-Pregnancy Period
Are you considering a future pregnancy? Join this 15-minute survey to help us better understand women’s access to safe, affordable, and healthy food when considering pregnancy.
What is the Join Us register?
Join Us is a simple online register that helps researchers prevent, treat and find cures for disease.
For you, your family, your neighbours and for everyone.
Information for participants
It takes less than 15 minutes to sign up. You’ll need to share some personal information and we will get back to you once you are a match.
Information for researchers
Join Us is a secure, online research register that provides access to community members to be contacted about research that might be relevant to their health status.